Local photographer Bonnie Sitter captured this image during a recent outing. See more of her photography at the South Huron Welcome Centre/Gallery in Exeter.
HURON COUNTY – The first signs of spring are making their appearance in Huron County, with a home show in Exeter and sugar bush tour in Bayfield this weekend. There’s plenty going on to get you and the family out of the house.
Here’s a listing of some activities taking place across the county this weekend:
FRIDAY
Lesson and Dance, Blyth
Date: Friday, March 22, from 8 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.
Location: Blyth East Side Dance Studio, 273 Hamilton St.
Description: Every Friday night features a lesson in one Ballroom or Latin Dance. The lesson is taught with beginners in mind and is 45 minutes long. Stay and dance the rest of the evening. Cost is $5 per person. Feel free to drop in. No need to pre-register.
Bowl for Kids’ Sake, Big Brothers Big Sisters of North Huron, Goderich
Date: Friday, March 22, from 7 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
Location: Little Bowl, 204 Huron Rd.
Description: Bowl For Kids Sake is both a fund-raiser and a social event. Nursery rhyme theme. Dress up. Prizes for best team and individual costumes. Additional prizes.
GLT’s I’ll be Back Before Midnight, Goderich
Date: Friday, March 22 & Saturday, March 23, starting at 8 p.m.; Sunday, March 24, starting at 2 p.m.
Location: The Livery, 35 South St.
Description: This play tells the story of a couple that rent a farmhouse from George, who regales them with stories of a terrible murder and the ghost that stalks the farmhouse. Strange sounds, visions of a vengeful ghost – be prepared for an evening of unimaginable suspense and unexpected laughs. I’ll Be Back Before Midnight premiered at the Blyth Festival Theatre in 1979. Tickets, $20 adult, $18 senior, $15 students, $10 youth, are available at the box office, 30 minutes prior to show time.
Team Jersey Night at the Legion, Goderich
Date: Friday, March 22, from 5 p.m. to midnight
Show your team spirit on the eve of on-line voting for Dirk in the Kraft Hockey Goes On contest. Unlimited voting on-line at krafthockeygoeson.ca from 9 a.m. on March 23 to midnight on March 24. The legion plans a meat draw, entertainment and prizes. Karaoke starts at 8 p.m. Please bring something for the local food bank.
SATURDAY
Schilbe Sugar Bush Tour, Bayfield
Date: Saturday, March 23, from 8 a.m. to noon
Location: Starting from Pine Lake Camp Recreation Centre, 77794 Orchard Line
Description: You know it has to be spring when Rick Schilbe welcomes the public on a sugar bush tour and the members of St. James Anglican Church serves up a pancake breakfast afterwards. Tickets at the door: Adults, $8; Children (4-10), $4; Pre school – Free. Wagon rides will leave from the recreation centre for the short ride across the road to Schilbe’s sugar bush and shanty where all will learn, up close and personal, the story of the making of maple syrup, as told by the host Schilbe family.
Earth Hour Sing-along, Bayfield
Date: Saturday, March 23, starting at 8:15 p.m., with lights out at 8:30 p.m.
Location: St. Andrew’s Church, 6 Main St.
Description: Glee Sisters and St. Andrew’s United Church Choir will lead a sing-along in praise of the planet. Bring a flashlight to read the song sheet. Donations accepted to support the Bayfield Tree Project, 2013 planting.
South Huron and Area Home Show, Exeter
Date: Saturday, March 23, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Location: South Huron Recreation Centre, 94 Victoria St.
It’s the Home Show built for local businesses in South Huron. Local business, local attendance, local shoppers. 60 vendor. Free admission and enter to win a $1000 gift certificate from Exeter Home Furniture.
Medieval Music Festival, Exeter
Date: Saturday, March 23, starting at 6:30 p.m.
Location: Trivitt Memorial Anglican Church, 264 Main St. S.
Description: The Bach Music Festival of Canada announces its first major fund-raiser for 2013! It is the King’s birthday and the whole realm joins together to celebrate with fine food, good fellowship and song. But the King has a surprise in store for all, most especially the children. Tickets are still available by contacting 519-523-2565. The Feast is prepared by Bon Vivant, Personal Chef Service, Devin Tabor, Chef.
Bowl for Kids’ Sake, Big Brothers Big Sisters of North Huron, Lucknow
Date: Saturday, March 23, from 12:30 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Location: Lucknow Bowl, 498 Campbell St.
Description: Bowl For Kids Sake is both a fund-raiser and a social event. Nursery rhyme theme. Dress up. Prizes for best team and individual costumes. Additional prizes.
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Photo courtesy of East Street Station.
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HURON COUNTY – Everyone is Irish in Huron County this weekend. Whether it’s a supper of corned beef a cabbage, desserts with an Irish twist or treats and games, there’s a little bit o’ green everywhere you turn. And you can be sure the local bars and restaurants are planning something special for St. Patrick’s Day celebrations.
Here’s a listing of some activities taking place across the county this weekend:
FRIDAY
Lesson and Dance, Blyth
Date: Friday, March 15, from 8 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.
Location: Blyth East Side Dance Studio, 273 Hamilton St.
Description: Every Friday night features a lesson in one Ballroom or Latin Dance. The lesson is taught with beginners in mind and is 45 minutes long. Stay and dance the rest of the evening. Cost is $5 per person. Feel free to drop in. No need to pre-register.
MacKenzie Blues Band, Brussels
Date: Friday, March 15. Doors open at 8 p.m.; show at 8:30 p.m.; dinner seatings at 6 p.m. and 7:15 p.m. Tara and Trevor MacKenzie. Show admission is poor boys blues pay what you can. Call for reservations 519-887-8011.
Young Canada Week Boys C Final Games, Goderich
Date: Friday, March 15
Location: Maitland Recreation Centre, 190 Suncoast Dr.
Description: Goderich Lions Club presents the 64th Annual Young Canada Week Pee Wee Hockey Tournament. Final games in Boys C: Blyth-Brussels vs Hanover at 5:50 p.m.; BCH vs North Middlesex at 7:10 p.m.
St. Paddy’s Supper at the Legion, Goderich
Date: Friday, March 15, from 5 p.m. to 1 a.m.
Location: Royal Canadian Legion Branch 109, 56 Kingston St.
Description: Corned beef and cabbage supper from 5 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Music by Power Supply from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. Cost, $12. Tickets available at the Legion bar or call Norm 519-524-6973.
GLT’s I’ll be Back Before Midnight, Goderich
Date: Friday, March 15 & Saturday, March 16, starting at 8 p.m.; Sunday, March 17, starting at 2 p.m. (Also on the following weekend.)
Location: The Livery, 35 South St.
Description: This play tells the story of a couple that rent a farmhouse from George, who regales them with stories of a terrible murder and the ghost that stalks the farmhouse. Strange sounds, visions of a vengeful ghost – be prepared for an evening of unimaginable suspense and unexpected laughs. I’ll Be Back Before Midnight premiered at the Blyth Festival Theatre in 1979. Tickets, $20 adult, $18 senior, $15 students, $10 youth, are available at the box office, 30 minutes prior to show time.
Coffeehouse Featuring Trent Severn, Goderich
Date: Friday, March 15. Doors open at 7:30 p.m.; show starts at 8 p.m.
Location: East Street Station, 1 Maitland Rd. N
Description: Trent Severn is a trio from Stratford, comprised of indie songster Emm Gryner, the multi-talented Dayna Manning and violin whiz/songbird Laura C. Bates. The sound of this band is Canadiana, based in folk, roots and old country, so it’s only fitting they invited the super-talented group of Ashley Anderson, Bud Mabon, Jenna Ujiye, and Jamie Wallace to open for them. Tickets are now available at the Station or through the Station website. Tickets, $20 in advance or $25 at the door.
SATURDAY
Grand Open of Village Bookshop, Bayfield
Date: Saturday, March 16, starting at 7 p.m.
Location: 24 Main St. S.
Description: Celebrate the Grand Opening of The Village Bookshop’s new location on Bayfield’s historic main street. Meet award-winning Canadian author Miranda Hill, author of Sleeping Funny, a collection of nine fictional short stories. Everyone welcome.
Tim Holland – Circus Ventriloquist, Blyth
Date: Saturday, March 16, children’s shows at 11 a.m. and 3 p.m.; 8 p.m. adult show.
Location: Blyth Memorial Hall, 423 Queen St.
Description: Juggling, clowning, unicycling and audience participation. Blyth Legion fund-raiser. Tickets, $5, at: the Blyth Festival Box Office; Perfect Design, Clinton; Ernie King, Goderich & Wingham; Blyth Corner Café, Blyth.
Young Canada Week Boys AE Final Games, Goderich
Date: Saturday, March 16
Location: Maitland Recreation Centre, 190 Suncoast Dr. E.
Description: Goderich Lions Club presents the 64th Annual Young Canada Week Pee Wee Hockey Tournament. See website for schedule of this last day.
St. Patrick’s Dessert and Euchre Party, Goderich
Date: Saturday, March 16, from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Location: Lakeshore United Church, 56 North St.
Description: Lakeshore United Church Women presentation. Desserts at 1 p.m.; cards at 2 p.m. Please bring a partner. Cost: $10.
Daniel Steep Magic Show, Goderich
Date: Saturday, March 16, from 3 p.m. to 3:35 p.m.
Location: Goderich Branch Library, 52 Montreal St.
Description: Come and enjoy the magic of Daniel Steep. Free. Large program room. Everyone welcome.
SUNDAY
March Break Finale, Goderich
Date: Sunday, March 17, from 1 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Location, Huron County Museum, 110 North St.
Description: Green treats and green crafts at the museums. Plus it’s the past day of Come Play Awhile…Toys You Loved community exhibit. Admission by donation.
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EXETER – The Bach Music Festival of Canada promises an evening of food, fun, entertainment and surprises during the Medieval Musical Feast next Saturday.
This is its first pre-Festival event for the 2013 Festival Season.
Directed by local theatre impresario Duncan McGregor, the event is supported by the board of directors of the Bach Festival. In collaboration with Grand Bend playwright and Bach Festival Board member Paul Ciufo, McGregor has created the theme and story behind the Feast, with participation by the attendees strongly encouraged.
The Medieval Feast is prepared by Chef Devin Tabor, owner of Bon Vivant, Personal Chef Service. The authentic menu includes: roast of Metzger’s beef with gravy, Metzger’s pork & apple sauce, tarragon-brined Hayter’s Turkey breast with honey & Dijon, smashed potatoes with roast garlic & cream; roast root vegetables, greens & Medieval shallot vinaigrette, slices of dark bread & whipped butter pots. Dessert is mulled spiced wine & carmel bread pudding. A ragout of lentils, veggies & herbs will be provided as a vegetarian option.
The event will take place at Trivitt Memorial Anglican Church in Exeter on Saturday March 23. Bar opens at 6 p.m. Feasting begins at 6:30 p.m. Cost: $50/person (tax receipt issued for the allowable amount.) Silent auction items available for bidding. Wine and beer available for purchase. Costumes optional, but encouraged.
Tickets are available through: www.ticketscene.ca; Bach Music Festival board members; Exeter Animal Hospital; Ellison Tour and Travel; South Huron Welcome Centre; Godbolt, Ciufo Insurance & Financial Services; Pinedale Motor Inn (Grand Bend); or by phoning 519 235-2565.
For further information, email [email protected]
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BLYTH – Hibernation has ended early in Blyth and seven writers have arrived to get a head start on the Blyth Festival 2013 season.
This week, the writers’ best friend might just be the rubber boot – and not just The Blyth Inn, which is known locally as The Rubber Boot.
The writers have been visiting Huron County farms, veterinarians, Community Supported Agricuture, and other stop in between, all in the name of research. The information they are collecting will eventually become the 2013 Blyth Festival mainstage production Beyond The Farm Show.
It has been an intimate experience for some. Jamie Robinson, new father, stage performer and writer, had the opportunity to become more familiar with the southern end of a cow. Attending the ultrasounds of unborn calves was considerably different than the appointments he had attended with his wife.
“They reach in and do the ultrasound,” he said, with a look of surprise. The collective will meet again in early April to visit farms throughout the spring for more research.
Director Severn Thompson will pull the play together in time for the opening night.
To hear and see more of these experiences as they happen, be sure to bookmark the new Blyth Festival website, which is expanded to include blog posts, videos and pictures as they become available.
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Come join the team of Ontario Travel Divas as they trip about Huron County and beyond, relaying their adventures along the way. If you want to take a vacation, have a beach day, explore the best food and agriculture around or even just wine and dine they’ll discover a spot for you to do just that on Ontario’s West Coast, your countryside and coastline.
Join bloggers Jenna Ujiye, Trista Russell and Karen Stewart here or on their website, Ontario Travel Divas.
By Travel Diva Karen Stewart
From crafts to sports, the County of Huron has lots of activities for your family during the week of March 11-15 in recreation and culture facilities, pools and arenas. Find active and interesting camps in your neighbourhood or a specialty camp for the athlete or artist.
WEEKLY DAY CAMPS
GODERICH
March Break Theatre Week at the Livery – For age 12+ / Registration $100. A week of theatre at the livery … workshops on vocal technique, how to approach a script, movement, improvisation, scene study, learning to love Shakespeare with Emily Johnston. www.thelivery.ca – 519-524-6262.
YMCA Day Camp - March Break Madness - An exciting week jam-packed with games, competitions, trivia and fun with friends. Members $110/week or $30/day | Non-Members $125/week or $35/day 9 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.; before/after camp care – 8 a.m. – 9 a.m.: 4:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. (no cost)
Register online.
FULL ONE-DAY CAMPS
WINGHAM
NORTH HURON – March Break Mania (suitable for youngsters 4-10 years of age)
Monday, March 11: Candy Land Day – 8:30a.m. – 5 p.m. / $35 – skating, lunch, swimming, games, qualified leaders.
Tuesday, March 12: Glow-in-the-Dark Bowling - 8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. / $40 – 2-way bus transportation, bowling, swimming, craft, qualified leaders.
Wednesday, March 13 – Easter Bunny Day - 8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. / $35 – skating, lunch, swimming, games, qualified leaders.
Thursday, March 14 - Pirates & Princesses – 8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. / $35 – skating, lunch, swimming, games, qualified leaders.
Friday, March 15 - St. Patrick’s Day Party – 8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. / $35 – skating, lunch, swimming, games, qualified leaders.
Phone 519-357-1208 or email [email protected]
SOUTH HURON brochure
EXETER: Monday, March 11 – Ringette Bunny Fun Day – 9 a.m. -4 p.m. South Huron Recreation Centre.
EXETER: Tuesday, March 12 – Green Camp for Kids (ages 6-12) $30/child – skating, snow shoeing & crafts (team-oriented). South Huron Recreation Centre.
EXETER: Wednesday, March 13 – Bingo (ages 10 & under) – 11 a.m. -12:30 p.m. – $2/child | South Huron Day Camp (ages 6-15) 8 a.m. – 5 p..m. … bingo, skating, snacks, crafts, physical activity – $30/day. South Huron Recreation Centre.
EXETER: Thursday, March 14 – 3 on 3 Hockey Tournament for Atom, Pee Wee & Bantam Divisions – $200/team. South Huron Recreation Centre. Pre-registration was required, but spectators welcome.
CREDITON: Friday, March 15 – Fun Day in Crediton – 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. – crafts, lunch, snacks, games $10/child
FREE PUBLIC SKATING
WINGHAM: Monday, March 11 – Friday, March 15 from 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. – North Huron Wescast Centre.
BLYTH: Monday, March 11 and Wednesday, March 13 – 1.pm. – 3p.m. – Blyth Arena
BRUSSELS: March 12-15, 1:30 p.m. – 3:p.m. | Shinny 3 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. – Brussels Arena
EXETER: Tuesday, March 12, 2 p.m. -4 p.m. | Wednesday, March 13, 12:30 p.m. – 2 p.m. | Friday, March 15, noon – 2:30 p.m. – South Huron Recreation Centre
EXETER: Parents & Tots – Tuesday, March 12, 1 p.m. – 2 p.m., Wednesday, March 13, 10 a.m. -11 a.m. - South Huron Recreation Centre
EXETER: Shinny Hockey – early morning until 4 p.m. – $8/person/hour … call staff for availability, 519.235.2833 – South Huron Recreation Centre
HURON PARK: Friday, March 15, 5:15 p.m. – 6 p.m. – Stephen Arena
HURON PARK: Parents & Tots Monday, March 11, 4:15 p.m. – 5 p.m. – Stephen Arena
SWIMMING
WINGHAM: March Break Swim at North Huron Wescast Community Complex
WINGHAM: Monday 11th – Friday 15th – 1p.m. – 3p.m. | Cost: Ages 0-5 yrs Free | 6 – 17 $3.50 | 18+ $4.50
HURON EAST: March 11-15 – 1:30 – 3:30 | Vanastra Rec Centre
MARCH BREAK PHASE HOCKEY TRAINING CAMP
WINGHAM: 2006-2003 and 2002-1998 | Cost: Players $400 no meal plan or $450 includes meal plan Goalies $300 no meal plan or $350 includes meal plan. Information/reservation contact: Kory Green 1-226-339-1327 [email protected]
YOUNG CANADA WEEK
GODERICH: Goderich Lions Club present the 64th Annual Young Canada Week Pee Wee Hockey Tournament ~ Friday, March 8 – Saturday, March 16. Chuck-a-Puck with 24 Mountain Bikes as prizes. 2 Winners every Chuck! ~ pre-sales at Huronia/MEDichair & McGee Motors. Admission: Booster Passes for the Tournament ~ Adults: $10; Students (over 12): $5. Games take place at Maitland Valley Recreation Centre and Goderich Memorial Arena. For schedules and more details, check out the website.
MUSEUM
GODERICH: For information on three full-day day camps, please visit online.
For information on family fun through the March Break, please visit online.
HURON COUNTY LIBRARY
CLINTON: Saturday, March 9 – 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. – Make n’ Take Crafts – “Crown” craft to coincide with March Break activity theme “Visit the Queen” | 519.482.3673
SEAFORTH: Monday, March 11 – 1 p.m. – 2 p.m. – Young Artists Workshops – Finger paint art, Printing with Veggies, collage | ages 6-12 | Registration required. FREE program. | 519.527-1430
CLINTON: Monday, March 11 – 1:30 p.m. – 3 p.m. – “Visit the Queen – Masked Ball” princes and princesses of all ages are invited to a masked ball and theatrical entertainment at the castle with the Queen. Attire can reflect Medieval times. Mask craft included. | 519.482.3673
GODERICH: Monday, March 11 daily until Sunday, March 17, 10 a.m. – 8 p.m. – Make n’ Take Crafts – Open to children of all ages, but children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult. Contact the branch for more details | 519-524-9261
WINGHAM: Tuesday, March 12 – 10:30 a.m. – 12 p.m. – Wingham Young Artists Workshop – $3/youth, Learn about different types of art media from a local art group | 519.357.3312
WINGHAM: Wednesday, March 13 – 2 p.m. – Reptile Kingdom – $3/person or $8/family – hands-on event with some amazing reptiles such as snakes, lizards and scorpions! | 519.357.3312
HENSALL: Thursday, March 14 – 1 p.m. – 2 p.m. Explore finger paint and collage. Ages 6-12 years. Registration required. FREE program. | 519.262.2445
CLINTON: Thursday, March 14 – 1:30 p.m. – 3 p.m. – “Visit the Queen, Visit the Faire” The Faire is at the castle! Join in the fun and check out the carnival booths. Test your skills at the games.
BRUSSELS: Thursday, March 14 – 1:30 p.m. – March Break Storytelling and Magic – fun, games and magic for children 5 and up. Registration Free.
GODERICH, Friday, March 15 – 2:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. – Paper Bead Making Workshop – create bracelets, necklaces or 3D art. Free Program open to children and adults | 519-524-9261
CLINTON: Friday, March 15 – 10:15 a.m. – 11:15 a.m. - “Visit the Queen.” Tales with the Queen – o ye maidens and young men, the Queen will be leading songs and telling stories from the castle. | 519.482.3673
WINGHAM: Saturday, March 16 – 10:30 a.m. – noon – Felt Finger Puppet Workshop, ages 7 & up, artisan Ruth McLean leads you in the creation of a one-of-a-kind puppet. Registration required. FREE program. | 519-357-3312
CLINTON: Saturday, March 16 – 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. – Make n’ Take “Dragon” craft.
OTHER SPECIAL EVENTS
BLYTH: Tuesday, March12 at 2 p.m. Queens Bakery Royal Tea. Come dressed for a royal occasion, children of all ages.
BLYTH: Tim Holland (The Puppet Tamer) back by popular demand. Saturday, March 16, 11 a.m. & 3 p.m. (Kids Shows) 8 p.m. (Adult Show). Tickets are $5. Blyth Memorial Hall, Blyth Legion Fundraiser | 519-523-9300
HENSALL: “EXPLORE ICE” THIS MARCH BREAK at IceCultures – have fun…find adventure…learn something new…support a great cause! Cost of the 90-minute tour is $14 per person or bring a group of 12 and only pay $12 each. A portion will be donated to The Ontario Association of Food Banks (OAFB).
During March Break they are offering scheduled plant tours from Friday, March 8 to Sunday, March 17.
Call Karen at 519-262-3500 / 1-888-251-9967
ZURICH: Huron Ridge offers workshops for “little gardeners” for only $5 a child, which includes supplies and a snack. Check out this link for more details.
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Local photographer Bonnie Sitter captured this image during a recent cross-country outing. See more of her photography at the South Huron Welcome Centre/Gallery in Exeter.
(Let everyone know what your organization has going on by submitting your event listing to our community calendar. If it takes place on a weekend, we’ll add it to the Weekend Roundup.)
HURON COUNTY – Huron County is a treasure trove of cross-country skiing, snowshoeing and hiking trails for any level of experience. Check Ontario’s West Coast Travel Guide for a full listing of trails to explore, then end your outing with a cup of something warm at any number of local cafes.
Here’s a listing of some activities taking place across the county this weekend:
Saturday
Kinette & Kinsmen TV Auction, Goderich
Date: Saturday, March 2, from 6:30 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. and Sunday, March 3, from 1:15 p.m. to 11:50 p.m.
Location: Eastlink Channel 12 and Hurontel Channel 1
Description: The 22nd annual Kinsmen & Kinette Clubs of Goderich and Clinton TV Auction. Again this year you will be able to place your bid by phone or with your computer during specific time periods. For a full list of items, visit www.goderichkinsmen.ca
Hootenanny, Goderich
Date: Saturday, March 2, from 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
Location: Lakeshore United Church (formerly North Street United Church), 56 North St.
Description: Sing-a-long with the songs of Bob Dylan; Ian & Sylvia; Peter, Paul & Mary; and many others. Enjoy the talent of local musicians and show your support for the Celtic Roots Folk Society. Tickets: $15 in advance from Ernie King Music, Fincher’s or Wuerth Shoes; $18 at the door.
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Mr. Bero, fabric art by Anna Schmitz. Submitted photo.
GODERICH – Area artists are invited to be a part of the annual Exposure at the Goderich Co-op Gallery.
The gallery is accepting original work in any medium to exhibit in April, whether it is for sale or not.
“Whether you have been creating for 30 years or just six months, your work will have its own distinctive character,” said Madeleine Roske, a gallery founding member. “We are always eager to see the work of artists of all levels of ability.”
Entry fee is $10 for the first piece and $5 for each additional work to a maximum of five pieces. To ensure that all artists have an opportunity to display their work, the number of extra large pieces may be limited. All wall art must be securely wired and ready for hanging without brackets.
Mr. Red Eye, driftwood art by Joe Storey. Submitted photo.
Entry forms are available on the gallery’s website or picked up at the gallery Wednesday, March 20 to Saturday, March 23, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The first day of display will be April 3, with the official opening reception April 6 from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. The community is invited to the opening, and to view the show during the month of April.
The Seasons of the Maitland Woods continues through March.
Area artists in various media with different styles of creativity also display their work year round at the gallery.
Three-dimensional artists include Joe Storey of Port Albert, Bill Garrow of Goderich, and Anna Schmitz of Londesborough.
Although Garrow has always had a love of drawing and working with wood, it wasn’t until 1983 that he started bird carving. He is
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Mr. Blue[jay], wood carving by Bill Garrow. Submitted photo.
Joe Storey’s witty and whimsical driftwood sculptures are his first venture into the art world. Recently retired to a waterfront property, he enjoys exploring the beach and collecting materials for his creations. Often abstract in nature, and used both outdoors and indoors, Storey’s work is open to a wide variety of interpretations.
Anna Schmitz was born in Germany during the worldwide financial depression and helped make new clothes from old, becoming familiar with fabric, thread and yarn. As a teenager, Anna sewed her own clothes, and worked in a fashion house in Paris, at the time becoming a structural engineer and interior designer. Continuing to work in art and textiles, Anna’s work has been displayed in galleries and museums all over Germany. Emigrating to Canada to farm with her husband, she has become an active member of the Co-op gallery, showing mostly her interior and exterior fabric art.
The Goderich Co-op Gallery is located at 54 Courthouse Square, with work on display by active members and guests. Phone (519) 440-0523 or visit online.
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Bullet News BLYTH – A sneak preview of the dances local girls will take to competition soon unfolded at Blyth Memorial Hall yesterday.
Under the lights of the main stage, the troupe of 18 girls from Dance Techniques in Clinton danced with graceful precision through a program of more than 20 dances, transitioning from tap to acrobatic dance, from hip hop to jazz. Their costumes were a flurry of bright colours, dazzling sequins and whimsical streamers as they performed to a packed house. After each act, they stood for a critique of their dance, with praise for their strengths balanced against tips for improvement.
Special guests were the Almost Famous Players Group, a dance group of people with developmental challenges, and Dancing with the Stars of Huron County duo Patricia Coulter and Cory Leduc.
To see more than 170 photos from the competitive showcase, please visit our photo album by clicking here. In Flickr, click on the photo album in the upper right-hand corner.
Dancers included: Ashley Johnston, Brooklyn Mitchell, Brooklyn Tiffin, Emma Veenstra, Allysha Whaling, Kaitlin Wick, Hailie Wick, Abby Johnston, Catherine Fielding, Trinity Partridge, Clare Partridge, Peyton Schiestel, Molly Vincent, Mackenzie McNichol, and Laura Souch.
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HURON COUNTY – No need to drive very far this weekend to find something to do. Whether it’s a dance performance in Blyth, a skating carnival in Clinton, or any number of events across Huron County, there’s a lot going on.
Here’s a listing of some activities taking place across the county this weekend:
Friday
Wingham Legion Wing Night, Wingham
Date: Friday, February 22, 2013, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Location: Royal Canadian Legion Branch 180, 183 Victoria St. W.
Description: Wingham Legion hosts its monthly wing night. Come out and enjoy those famous chicken wings. Eat-in or take out.
Saturday
Dance Showcase, Blyth
Date: Saturday, Feb. 23, from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Location: Blyth Memorial Hall, 423 Queen St.
Description: Dance Techniques Showcase of Competitive performances. Acts will include Jazz, Acro, Hip Hop Contemporary and Open dances. Some of their choreographers have been in So You Think You Can Dance and Cirque du Soleil’s Quidam. Guest performances by Dancing with the Stars of Huron County competitors and a very special performance by Almost Famous Players. Tickets, $15, available at the door.
Jim Ryan at the Bakery, Blyth
Date: Saturday, Feb. 23, starting at 8 p.m.
Location: Queen’s Bakery, 430 Queen St.
Description: Singer, songwriter – folk, limerick, rock artist and accomplished guitarist. Known for live performances with Mostly Sideways and at coffee house venues. Call 226-523-9720 for tickets.
Taste of Goderich, Goderich
Date: Saturday, Feb. 23, 6 p.m. to midnight
Location: Knights of Columbus Centre, 390 Parson’s Court
Description: Goderich Lions Club present Taste of Goderich, featuring Goderich and area culinary delights, along with silent and live auctions.
Live auction with MP Ben Lobb. All proceeds to community betterment.
Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Sample Tastings from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Featuring food By: Benmiller Inn, Boston Pizza, Park House, Pat & Kevin’s, andWest Street Willy’s Eatery. Music by John Ellison from the Soul Brothers Six, who is songwriter of one of the greatest rock & roll hits of all time: Some Kind of Wonderful. Tickets, $25, available from The Winemaker Shop, M & M’s Meat Shop, or any Goderich Lions member.
SUNDAY
So You Think You Can Skate: Clinton Skating Club Carnival, Clinton
Date: Sunday, Feb. 24, from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.
Location: Central Huron Community Complex
Description: Skaters aged three to 19 will perform. Guest skaters: Western Ontario Pre-Novice Pair Champs, and 10th across Canada, Laura MacGregor and Justin Profit. Tickets, $5 each or $15 for a family, are available at Tasty Treats, Dr. Hany’s or at the door.
99th Annual Goderich & District Mariners’ Service, Goderich
Date: Sunday, Feb. 24, from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Location: Knox Presbyterian Church, 9 Victoria St. N.
Description: An event to honour the town’s nautical history. Guest Speaker: David Yates, Local Historian. 59th guest appearance by the
Goderich Harbouraires Men’s Choir. Great Storm of 1913 video at 7 p.m. Service begins at 7:30 p.m. Nautical decorations & exhibits. Everyone welcome. Refreshments to follow.
A Night at The Oscars, Goderich
Date: Sunday, Feb. 24, 7 p.m. to 11 p.m.
Location: Park House Restaurant, 168 West St.
Description: The GLT and Livery Film Fest presentation. Enjoy the 85th annual Academy Awards on the large screen at The Park House Restaurant. Red Carpet starts at 7 p.m. Awards Ceremony begins at 8:30 pm. Free glass of bubbly, 2 for 1 appetizers, prizes and awards. Fancy dress encouraged. Tickets, $15 per person or two people for $25, available at The Livery Theatre and Roxy’s Videos & More.
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GODERICH – The Livery Theatre in Goderich will play host to a week of theatre during March Break, March 11 to 14, 2013.
This is a chance for arts-minded teenagers to enjoy a week of theatre workshops include vocal technique, script approach, improvisation, scene study, love of Shakespeare, movement technique and more. For those interested in studying the arts at a post-secondary level as well as those who just love theatre, this is the perfect opportunity to get a taste of many different aspects of studying theatre.
Each day will focus on different techniques and styles.
There will be a showcase of works-in-progress presented to the public on Thursday, March 14 at 3 p.m.
Workshops will be led by Emily Johnston, a graduate of the professional actor training program at the University of Toronto and Sheridan College. She is an alumnus of Goderich District Collegiate Institute’s drama program, The Blyth Festival Young Company, and the Goderich Little Theatre. She works as a performer in Toronto with companies such as the Spur of the Moment Shakespeare Collective, Stratford Factory Productions, and Solar Stage Children’s Theatre.
Registration, $100, is open for students aged 12 and up. Tuition assistance is available by application, made possible by the Foundation for Education Perth Huron. Contact the Livery Theatre office for more information.
Participants may register by phone at (519) 524-6262 or online at www.thelivery.ca. Please see the website or phone the Livery Office for more information.
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